PACKAGING FOR FRAGILE AND BULKY PRODUCTS

Above all, the order preparation of fragile and bulky products deserves special attention. In this sense, common packaging solutions usually always fall a little short. It is therefore essential to review the whole process and to consider packaging that offers additional security or, if necessary, to use specific packaging.

So, you’re sending fragile, bulky or sensitive parcels? At RAJA you’ll find the support you need to provide the perfect packaging. We have tailor-made solutions to prevent incidents that may result from your shipment.

Extra protection for packaging that contains fragile

Fragile products, for example, are those containing elements that can easily break or deteriorate due to a blow or simple friction. Glass objects, household appliances, technological devices, furniture and decorative products and even food are all subject to incidents if they are not properly protected during the journey. So you can minimise these risks by packing your fragile goods with these five tips :

1. choose double or triplecorrugated cardboard boxes

Depending on vertical or horizontal impacts, double cor rugated cardboard boxes have a lower risk of breaking, thus increasing the insulation of the contents against external aggressions. For extremely fragile products (very thin glass, ultra-sensitive electronic devices, etc.) there is an even more reliable option: triple corrugated cardboard boxes.

2. Use filling and protecting packaging

Packaging filling and protection helps to fill the empty spaces, inside the packaging, with a double function. This filling and protection helps to minimise possible impacts that products may suffer and, in addition, secures them in a way that prevents them from moving. There are different types of fillings for packages of more fragile products, and some packages are characterised by being two in one. For example: postal boxes with foam filling.

3. Warn of fragile contents with warning labels

Flagging labels are essential for fragile products. They warn carriers to be extremely careful when handling the packages. They also make it clear in which position they should be placed and whether or not they can be stacked.

4. Protect edges and corners with profiles and angle brackets

Above all, profiles and angle brackets help to protect edges and corners of products. For example: mirrors, pictures, furniture, lamps will benefit especially from the use of profiles and angle brackets.

5. Use reinforced closing systems

Finally, for fragile products, it is advisable to use reinforced closure systems for boxes and bags. RAJA offers a wide variety of adhesive and strapping tapes to suit the requirements of every business. RAJA’s reinforced paper tape offers high tear resistance thanks to its cross-linked filaments. It adheres instantly and has a synthetic rubber adhesive (hot melt). The tape is made of 125 g/m² kraft paper and is recyclable.

How to properly package bulky packages?

For bulky and fragile packages, double or triple corrugated boxes should be used for heavier products. However, in this case the key is to choose a box with the right dimensions, as close as possible to its contents. The aim is not only to adequately protect bulky products and reduce the environmental impact, but also to limit the volumetric weight of each package so that logistics costs do not increase.

At RAJA we have over 1250 carton formats always in stock. With this variety, it is impossible not to find the perfect box!

Packaging solutions for confidential products

Packaging for confidential products refers, for example, to jewellery, works of art, luxury goods, ATM cards or cheques, private documentation and so on. In short, objects that would be almost impossible to replace in case of loss or theft.

Likewise, in the case of sensitive products, other precautions are recommended to avoid theft:

• For example: consider using discreet packaging that does not reveal its contents;
• Use strapping tape to make it difficult to open, even partially, during transportation;
• Consider opaque materials, such as black stretch film;
• If your parcel is confidential and contains bulky products, use the wooden container boxes. They are extremely reliable, resistant to impacts, temperature changes, theft, etc. Furthermore, they are recyclable and Eco-Responsible!

Now that you know where to start, would you like us to help you choose the best packaging for your bulky and fragile products? Contact us and we will help you provide your company with the most practical and safe solutions. Visit our website and be amazed by our entire packaging range!